The Future Scientists

 The Epitome of the week.

An array of experiments and ideas displayed to transfer knowledge and information.

 Today saw the children sharing their creativity and hopefully to instil a greater interest in innovation.

 They gathered early in the day to exhibit their talents and ideas; they needed to share.

 How do colours float? Which should be on top of which?

 They told me that honey has the highest density.

 Alcohol is the lightest; it will float on top of everyone else!

 Thus based on the principle of density, the rainbow colours are created.

 A light bulb with graphite-based mechanical pencil refill as a filament; electricity is conducted through the mechanical pencil refill causing the temperature of the 'filament' to go up and resulting in a bright glow; by the students of 4B.

 The light energy converts to electrical energy by the solar panel thus it produces kinetic energy; moving the bicycle. The light intensity could be increased thus increasing the kinetic energy.

 So, they tell me this is the principle behind the lava expulsion of volcanic mountains.

 The power of panadol with its effervescent properties will cause a reaction.

 Bubbles are formed and thus the movements alike to the expulsion of lava.

 So, if you happen to meet those who are mutes; this combination of signs will tell the story.

 Yes, using the sign language to communicate.

 Unbalanced molecular attraction at the surface of a liquid causes surface tension. Each molecule below the surface attracts and is attracted by molecules on all sides of it. The attraction at the surface pull the surface molecules down and to the sides but there is nothing above to help balance these attractions. As a result, the surface molecules are pulled together and act like elastic skin.

 Thus a competition is made to see who puts in the most drops !

 Old but steady hands...

 Puan Loy is the winner !

 Ivy blew from the bottom...

 And the top...

 Bernoulli's Principle says if you blow from the top it has a higher velocity of air and lower pressure, thus causing it to move better...so blow from the top !

Now it's all about eggs.

 Eggs undergo osmosis... egg shell with its calcium properties reacts with acetic acid in vinegar and dissolves it...

 Thus, it looks naked...shelless.

 That's a thick dictionary and a piece of brick sitting on eggs !

 I discovered that they were all empty eggs...the strength behind empty shells... so now you can sometimes believe empty talk can work wonders.

 Last but never the least, Sara must learn how to separate egg yolks from egg white; the scientific way !

Watch it.

Those were only but some of the experiments displayed.

Too many for the old mind to write.

It was a good display of hard work.

First of April

 No. It's not April fool's day.

It was a day of fun and celebration again.

 Today the school launched the Maths and Science week.

It is a week of invention, creativity and discovery.

 Manoj, the MC is a versatile one. He speaks well and held us in stitches with his charisma and wit.

He said we can solve Maths problems with creativity, imagination and it's eureka!

 The Form Sixes gave us a brief history of world class scientists; including Einstein. Ivy with 'the long one and short one' Shanghai tune made us cackle as she showed the long and short bulbs; a product of Edison. So they swayed to modern era tunes including the famous Korean tune.

 Then the fifth formers talked about shapes in 2 Ds and of course Kishore's 3D discovery of the circle.

 Kishore 'mati mati' also insisted that there is more to 2 Ds...so 3Ds in real life shapes!

 Amidst the launch, we had Robin's comrades all the way from Belgium! Nele, Lisa, Tina and Charlotte. They are on a "Visit Malaysia" drive and are enjoying the charm of the country.

Malaysia to them is "pedas" and "panas" ... hot in food and weather !

But Malaysia is surely different; we speak the Malay Language and yet the students are so comfortable with the English Language! So they say they normally do not assemble the way we do and Robin says it is refreshingly good. Our special Belgium guests had a taste of the morning assembly. They had a good laugh at the way the students acted on the stage.

Surely, we are different and the teachers are innovative.

 Today also is special. Someone's birthday.

 Yes, it's the dear principal's birthday ! Happy Birthday dear Datin !

 She warmly said " share, share, share"; as it is also Madam Tan Chin Chin's day too !

So many April babies.

 The boys and girls came together to add joy and colour to the day.

Today we celebrated the birthday of 3 teachers: Tan Chin Chin, Datin Zaleha and Hong Yu Hoon.

It is indeed a happy day ; to be part of an extended family.

Easter

It is not about eggs.

 It is about the Risen One.

May we know the difference.

It Came

 The Good Friday Rain

It never fails to come.

Thank you God that at your death, we have life.

So it is said:

It is finished John 19:30

At 58

 Today I turned 58.

It would also mean I would have retired if not for the extension I took.

Did I make a good decision?

 But I treasure this greeting sent to my phone. By whom I can't tell. Unknown. Thank you dear sender.

I also received lovely well wishes and prayers from dear friends.

To all of you who remembered, my heartfelt thanks and appreciation.

There are some good things you receive when you are an old girl and have been in the teaching profession for a length of time. Students, colleagues, parents recall you as a teacher and say good wishes. So you seem to have plenty of people around you and you do not feel alone.

Blessings in life.

 To receive a card is rare in this modern era. But some good practices are meant for life; like this hand-made card all the way from my dearest sister in Taipei. She made this card herself and I received just this day. Even the card arrived on perfect timing. To my sister in Taipei, thank you.

Mee Sing from Taipei ; thank you for thoughtfulness.

To Sara who bought this cake; she could not bake today for her work is taking a toll in her life now...

mama says thank you.

We sang the birthday song together. I thank God for His faithfulness and loving mercy to me. I am grateful that I have Sara around me. It's good to at least have a child with you. You can go to her and hug her and allow the maternal instincts to be released in the hug. It's refreshing to look at a young face; that's why it's a blessing to see all the young faces in school. It makes you feel and think younger.

Another year has come and another number is added. 

May I pray that I will continue to be basked in the mercy and grace of God of which I cannot go on without.

May I be bold and strong enough to trudge on with a promise from the Good Book:

"For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of a sound mind." 2 Tim 1:7.

May I enjoy the fullness of God as I walk each day.

Thank you dear Jesus.

Fun In School

The star of Hitz FM came !

When we received a call the previous day; the connotation was to celebrate a possible happy day during the release of the SPM results. As RTM had an earlier appointment to come in for the day, we initially thought they must have concurred. But what a surprise we had alright ! 

We did not know the star was hosting the event !

 The ever sporting principal always gives support to spontaneity, creativity and impromptu appearances.

 Jin had the privilege of breakfasting with her !

 I met him at 7.00 am and I was told that he appeared at the gate of the school at 6.45 am !

He was a perfect student coming to school on time !

 But the head boy does not think so ... Jin has broken at least 10 school rules with his shorts, hairstyle, shoes, belt...the list goes on.

 His guest appearance was a boost to  Seafield's FM station. The children were excited at the live appearance of a real Hitz star! Oh what a lovely surprise they had. Others must be crying away at the unfairness. Oh but that's the privilege we have in having an ex-boy in Reuben Kang; the partner of Jin !

Where was he? I thought they stick to each other like glue? Reuben must be overseas; impossible that he would not have tagged along especially to his Alma mater.

 So, dear Jin had a taste of sitting on the floor for the morning assembly. 

The students are a real privileged lot.

 Of course he stole the show from every angle; teachers and students were mesmerised by his vocal and publicity skills .

 The prefects gleefully gathered for a memorable shot. Look at Shakir; he must be glad to be back after a short stint at the boarding school. It was too much for him to leave the school. We are glad to have him back.

 Jin popped into the classroom and the girls went goo goo ga ga...what about the boys ? Gee gee ?

 Before he left, he met the younger ones of the school; they could not believe their ears and eyes.

 A pat on the cheek for his favorite teacher; Pn Poh. Who in Subang Jaya does not know the Chemistry teacher?

 Who can surpass the sharp eyes of Doris Thomas ? Hey Jin, you are coming to help in our talent nite, aren't you? Oh sure, sure...just give Reuben a call ! Gentlemen do not break promises, ah.

A special thanks to the library teacher, Pn Tan Geok Siew for arranging the day and making things work out.

So, enjoy the clip.

Fun in school occasionally can la... but not all the time ah, dear children

Glory And Grace

Think Orchids

Think Singapore

Agree?

 Lovely, aren't they? No, they are not from the garden of Seafield. They are from the land of their origin. 

I couldn't resist taking a photo of them; where ? I forgot which mall. Was it ION? Did I get it right?

I only know they are so lovely.

 But just as lovely are the lilies from home; brought all the way by papa to his dear daughter in Singapore.

 Yes, there is good news in the air; don't look at the image behind the bag though; not meant to be there.

Blame the mirror.

 See the happy faces? We are here for a special occasion.

 It's the ROM for Grace and Aaron !

A registration before the church wedding in October before God and man.

Reverend Wendy of Wesley Methodist Church graciously  conduct the registration.

A reminder on her lips that they are both to honour God and promise to keep themselves well before God.

So, she smilingly gathered the witnesses and asked papa for permission to give Grace away.

With his consent, she permitted the signatories to be put down.

"What God put together, let no man put asunder".

 

Both fathers agreed on the marriage with joy and gratitude to God.

 

That's a happy day for the family.

We are blessed to be gathered together as a family.

May the ties of God knit the family in love and harmony.

Yvonne on the left has been Grace's buddy since primary days. They go through thick and thin and share their joys and sorrows together. That they should meet again as pals in Singapore is indeed a joy as they continue to dwell in the sweetness of friendship and warmth. Michelle; an ex-Seafieldian joined in the joyous occasion and gave her support graciously.

Esther,Waris, and Michelle's boyfriend are happy for the couple.

To the couple , papa gave them a verse:

"For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways " Psalm 91:11

Aaron touched us with his song;

Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus.

May the fullness of God and the countenance of Jesus be upon your lives from now on.

God Bless.

May the glory and grace of God follow you all your lives.

Mama and Papa love both of you.